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Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E) vs LG X Power (K212)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Star 2 vs LG X Power phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare LG X Power X Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E) 03Points
3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP
512MB
RAM

Single-core

1300
mAh

(Removable)

vs
5.3"
IPS

720x1280

8
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

4100
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? LG X Power (K212)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)} 3 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E) vs X Power (K212)} 27 Advantages LG X Power (K212)
+107 grams (3.75 ounces)30%
Lighter
vs139 grams (4.87 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
1GHz 32bit Single-corevs+1.3GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)91%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2vs+2GB LPDDR33 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2GB available)vs+16GB (10GB available)4 times
More internal storage for applications and files
11.8 millimeters (0.46 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)49%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x480 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
165 PPIvs+277 PPI68%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"vs+5.3"51%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(back) 8MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+(front) 5MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
WVGA (800x480)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)4 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 4.4.2 KitKatvs+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer
2G EDGEvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps635 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1300 mAhvs+4100 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

12 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
+5 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
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ModelGalaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Other model namesSamsung Galaxy Star 2 SM-G130E Dual-SimComcast Xfinity LG X power, LG-K212, LGK212, LG X3
Country or region availableSouth AfricaSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesIndiaPakistan(Global, International)
South Africa, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, India, Pakistan, (Global, International)
USA
USA
BrandSamsungLG
Release date8/1/20149/1/2016, Announced: 8/1/2016
Depth11.8 millimeters (0.46 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)59.9 x 109.8 millimeters (2.36 x 4.32 in)74.9 x 148.9 millimeters (2.95 x 5.86 in)
Weight107 grams (3.75 ounces)139 grams (4.87 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size3.5" inches5.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~55.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)165 PPI277 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
System versionAndroid 4.4.2 KitKatAndroid 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Chipset32bit: Spreadtrum SC6815A32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 (MSM8909v2) (28nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Single-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-400Qualcomm Adreno 304 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR22GB LPDDR3
Internal storage4GB (2GB available)16GB (10GB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.236 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedCDMA2000
UMTS 850/1700/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat4 700/850/1700/1900 (Bands 2,4,5,12,13,17,25)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGENot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)WVGA (800x480) 24 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported5 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP4.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1300 mAh4100 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered34 hours (1.4 days)
Standbyfeature not registered900 hours (37.5 days)

โž• Other features

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White
โ€ข Samsung TouchWiz UI
โ€ข WiFi hotspot
Java framework
โ€ข Colors: Black
โ€ข LED notification

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy Star 2 Duos (SM-G130E)LG X Power (K212)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.6W/kg (head), 0.395W/kg (body)feature not registered
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